2024 HPTA
Annual Meeting
Des Moines, Iowa
HPTA 2024 Annual Meeting
Monday, October 14 – Tuesday, October 15, 2024
We are thrilled to extend an invitation to the HPTA 2024 Annual Meeting, set to convene in the vibrant city of Des Moines, Iowa, on October 14th and 15th. Following the success and engagement of our previous gatherings, we anticipate another dynamic event where industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders will converge to explore the latest advancements, exchange insights, and foster invaluable connections within the humic substances sector. Join us in Des Moines for two days of insightful discussions, collaborative networking, and unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of our field.
Monday, October 14 – Plan to attend a private welcome reception from 5:30 – 7:30 pm at the Embassy Suites.
Tuesday, October 15 – HPTA Annual General Meeting and Speakers.
To register for the HPTA 2024 Annual Meeting, please register for the meeting on the form below.
HOTEL and MEETING LOCATION
The HPTA 2024 Annual meeting room reservations and will be held at the Embassy Suites, Des Moines, Iowa.
We encourage all meeting participants to stay at the Embassy Suites. Call 1800EMBASSY for your room reservation, make sure to mention HPTA 2024 Annual Meeting.
HPTA meeting guests will receive the following:
- Complimentary shuttle to and from the airport and a 2-mile radius of the hotel
- Complimentary made-to-order breakfast buffet and eggs your way station
- 2 complimentary drink vouchers to our managers nightly reception
- Complimentary WIFI in guestrooms
Parking is $20 per day.
Please register on the form below to secure your place at the HPTA 2024 Annual Meeting.
Schedule – Detailed Event Schedule
Monday, Oct 14, 2024 – Embassy Suites Courtyard
5:30 PM : Welcome Reception – Sponsored by HUMA
Tuesday, Oct 15, 2024 – Embassy Suites
Speaker Bios and Presentation Information
| Time | Duration | Topic | Presenter(s) |
| 8:00 AM | |||
| 9:00 AM | 15 min. | Opening Remarks | Russell Taylor |
| Call information/format & guidelines | |||
| Welcome & HPTA member introductions | |||
| HPTA Business & Committee Updates | |||
| 9:15 AM | 5 min. | 2023 Business Meeeting Minutes Approval | David Chinn |
| 9:20 AM | 25 min. | President’s Report | Russell Taylor |
| 9:45 AM | 15 min. | Financial & Membership | David Chinn |
| 10:00 AM | 15 min. | Marketing & Communications | Margie Zalk Enerson |
| 10:15 AM | 15 min. | Science Committee | Mo Rahbari |
| 10:30 AM | 15 min. | Dr. Hayes Recognition | Dan Olk |
| 10:45 AM | 15 min. | BREAK – Sponsored by GTX Technologies | |
| 11:00 AM | 45 min. | Turf Management | Adam Thoms |
| 11:45 AM | 15 min. | USDA Soil Health Study | Dan Olk |
| 12:00 AM | 60 min. | LUNCH BREAK – Sponsored by : Leonardite Products | |
| SPEAKERS – Sponsored by: The Catalyst Product Group | Embassy Suites | ||
| 1:00 PM | 45 min. | Natural Resources Conservation Service – National Soil Health Specialist | Candiss Williams |
| 1:45 PM | 60 min. | NRCS Opportunities Panel – 4 people on the panel | |
| 2:30 PM | 15 min. | BREAK – Sponsored by Motzz Lab | |
| 2:45 PM | 45 min. | Humic Acid’s Mode of Action: from laboratory to field conditions | Daniel Zandonadi |
| 3:15 PM | 15 min. | Closing Remarks & Adjournment | Russell Taylor |
| 6:00 PM | 60 min. | Social – Sponsored by Borregaard USA | Americana |
| 7:00 PM | 2 hours | Dinner – Sponsored by Borregaard USA |
Online Registration
Annual Meeting Sponsors
| Monday Reception | Tuesday Morning Break | Tuesday Lunch | Tuesday Afternoon Break | Speaker Sponsor | Tuesday Dinner |
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